Description
in addition to the missing prongs the shield demonstrates oxidation through which has result in the loss of metal to the edges and deterioration of the wool backer
oxidation of the nickel-silver elements
this high-quality Officer’s example remains in an extremely fine condition
with backing plate
while "38" is the year of production - 1938
Netherlands, Kingdom. An Order of the House of Orange, Commander Auction in addition to the missing(Je Maintiendrai). Instituted 19th March 1905 by Queen Wilhelmina. In silver gilt, cross in rich red enamel, circled by a laurel wreath, centre obverse shows the bugle horn, monogram of the House of Orange, surrounded by the Houses motto: JE MAINTIENDRAI, reverse shows crown and inscribed W (for the Queen), measures 54. 5mm (w) x 74mm (h), on a segment of original orange ribbon, very fine condition. Footnote: The Order of the House of Orange was